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LK09 DDJ

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

7,901 mi
Last recorded7,901 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK09 DDJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2020 7,901 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor pan and engine mounting points corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel pipe leaking from vacum tap at the bottom of fuel tank. Fuel leaks directly onto exhaust silencer. (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 7,818 miles

Rear Long lever travel on rear brake lever

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre tread getting low 2mm left (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 7,722 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 7,547 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2015 7,383 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 7,383 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 7,234 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 7,147 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

centrestand stiff

rear brake lever has reduced reserve travel

Pass 18 Apr 2012 7,064 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 7,064 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no o/s/ f mirror

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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LK09 DDJ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 12,446 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK09 DDJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 17 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LK09 DDJ registered?

LK09 DDJ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 April 2009.

Is LK09 DDJ safe to buy?

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